Description
Associate, Grant Writer
Toronto, ON
Reports to: Director, Philanthropy
Compensation: $48,888 – $61,110
Direct Reports: No
Join us in our mission to change what it is to be blind in Canada.
Founded in 1918, CNIB is one of Canada’s oldest charities. We believe our new strategic plan, The Way Forward, will once again revolutionize the way we serve and support our community from coast to coast. Working with us means that you’ll be part of an ambitious, diverse team that’s committed to changing what it is to be blind today.
We’re looking for a mission-driven Associate, Grant Writer who is passionate about creating more accessible, inclusive, and equitable communities across Canada where people with low vision have unlimited opportunities and can experience life free from barriers and discrimination.
Your Impact at CNIB
- Research, identify, and track grant and sponsorship opportunities from corporations, foundations and government agencies that align with CNIB’s mission.
- Assist fundraisers by drafting and editing grant proposals, applications, and supporting materials.
- Maintain and update the grant calendar, ensuring all deadlines for applications, renewals, and reports are met.
- Coordinate with Finance to track spending allocations against grant funds
- Collaborate with program staff to gather information for proposals, reports, and budgets.
- Manage a small portfolio of funders who give up $25,000 annually
- Assist with donor communications and administrative follow-up to ensure timely and accurate donor recognition.
- Help maintain donor records in the CRM system (Salesforce), tracking submissions, gift processing, reports and correspondences.
- Provide administrative support to the Philanthropy Partnerships team, including scheduling, meeting preparation, and database entry.
- Manage the writing, design, and production of stewardship materials, such as thank- you letters, emails and prospectuses, and donor impact reports.
Requirements
Who you are:
Education and Certifications
- Degree or diploma in related field, or equivalent work experience.
Experience and Qualifications
- Ideally 1–2 years of experience in fundraising, grant writing, or a similar role.
- Familiarity with CRM systems and fundraising tools; Salesforce experience is an asset.
- Executes ideas and meets deadlines with excellent organizational & project management abilities, attention to detail and follow-through.
- Knowledge of fundraising software and databases, including Salesforce.
- Commitment to the mission and values of CNIB.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Adheres to applicable privacy laws as well as AFP, CAGP and CNIB standards of discretion and confidentiality.
- Exceptional organizational and administrative skills with a focus on efficiency.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and research skills with a strong attention to detail.
- Superior organizational and time management abilities to handle competing priorities.
- Knowledge of fundraising practices, proposal development, and donor stewardship preferred.
- Exceptional organizational and administrative skills
- Proficiency in French an asset but not required.
- Personal or professional experience relating to blindness and sight loss is considered an asset.
- Personal or professional experience working with assistive technology and/or accessible environments is considered an asset.
Benefits
Perks
We offer industry leading comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards packages and a wide range of perks, including:
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements and schedules.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth, including internal inclusion, diversity equity and accessibility (IDEA) initiatives.
- Competitive paid time off inclusive of annual vacation entitlement, additional paid holidays, wellness days, and personal days.
- Group insurance benefits include dental, health and vision care.
- Employer-sponsored pension plan.
- Years of service awards and year-round rewards as part of our employee recognition program.
- Enticing internal employee referral program.
Work Environment
- Hybrid role with a mix of remote work and occasional in-person meetings or events.
- Requires flexibility to collaborate with colleagues and donors across multiple time zones.
- Regular use of virtual meeting platforms and digital tools to manage tasks and communications.
Be Part of Our Mission
If this sounds like the role for you, please visit our website to submit an application. Be sure to include a resume, cover letter, and mention how you heard about this opportunity.
Closing date: June 24, 2025
Please note that while we invite applications from all interested and qualified applicants, we are unable to follow-up with every applicant.
Working Together for Change
Our diversity is our strength – we take pride in our inclusive workplace. We are committed to recruiting and selecting candidates through fair, transparent, and accessible practices. We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people who are blind, partially sighted, or Deafblind, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.
CNIB is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process.
Learn more about our mission here.